If you’re exporting screenshots, the format choice matters. Here’s the fast decision guide.
TL;DR
- PNG: best quality for UI/text.
- JPG: smaller files for photo-like images.
- PDF: best for printing and long captures that need pagination.
Use PNG when you want crisp quality
Best for:
- UI screenshots, text, code, tables, diagrams
- Anything that needs sharp edges
- Transparency (when supported)
Trade-off: larger file size than JPG.
Use JPG when file size matters
Best for:
- Photo-like screenshots
- Sharing where smaller downloads are important
Trade-off: JPG compression can blur text and fine UI details.
Use PDF when you want a document (print/share)
Best for:
- Print-friendly exports
- Long captures that need to be split into pages
- Sharing as a “document” instead of an image
Tip: for extremely long pages (especially on 4K/5K), make the browser window narrower before capturing. It reduces total pixels and improves reliability.
Tip: If “Copy to Clipboard” is disabled, export as PNG/JPG or PDF instead. Clipboard limits are real.
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